Appetizers

Labneh is a soft cheese made from strained yogurt. It is easy to make at home by simply adding a bit of salt and straining the excess whey with the help of a strainer and some cheesecloth or other porous fabric.

Tip: If you don’t have time to prepare the labneh for this recipe, you can substitute goat cheese or even cream cheese for a less tangy alternative.

Prep time: 10 minutes + time to strain labneh (1-2 days)
Cook time: 30-35 minutes
Serves: 4-6

Ingredients

2 c. whole-fat plain yogurt
½ t. salt Continue reading

Prep time: 20 minutes
Cook time: 10 minutes
Serves: 4

Ingredients

8 thick-cut slices of bacon
½ large jalapeño pepper, finely minced, divided
8 oz. cream cheese, room temperature
½ c. Mexican-blend cheese, finely shredded
½ t. smoked paprika
½ t. Mexican oregano
½ t. chipotle powder
½ t. garlic powder
Sea salt and black pepper, to taste

To Serve:  Vegetables of choice, Gluten-free crackers
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